American College of Education Indianapolis , Indiana , United States 
Overview
The M.Ed. in Special Education at the American College of Education It is a program designed to provide an in-depth study of research-based methods to support students with exceptionalities in current educational settings.
Key Features
- Flexible
Study on your schedule. Our online format allows you to plan your coursework around your life.
- Customizable
Follow the path that fits you and your goals. Choose a three-course concentration in differentiated instruction, early childhood education or general special education.
- Endorsement Options
Two Focus of Study options—Early Childhood Education and General Special Education—include courses approved for endorsement in Illinois. This unique option allows you to earn a degree while working toward an endorsement at the same time.
- Applicable
Use what you learn. Students will gain valuable instruction in diagnosing learning disabilities, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising special education students, special education counseling, and applicable laws and policies.
- Coursework
The coursework is designed to provide you with evidence-based methods to develop curriculum, design learning environments, and enhance instructional strategies and guidance techniques to support the diverse learning needs of students. You will also learn how to build and maintain communicative, collaborative partnerships among the school, colleagues, family and community to support students who are exceptional learners.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Principles and Practices of Classroom Management
- Research and Applied Behavioral Analysis in the Special Education Classroom
- Developmental Characteristics of Exceptional Learners
- Strategies for Teaching Diverse Learners
- Assessment and Evaluation in Special Education
- Building Collaborative Relationships
- Law and Policy in Special Education
- Ethical Practices and Standards in Special Education
Lecturers
Dr. Tiffany Hamlett has worked in higher education for eight years in various educational fields. Her background includes early childhood education, curriculum development, and research methods. In addition, she serves as a reviewer for Social Development and the Southern Early Childhood Association.
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Duration
- Part-time
- 17 months
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Language
English
IELTS or TOEFL needed
Credits
34 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Education Special Education View 153 other Masters in Special Education in United StatesMore information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. 2.75 (required)
GRE® The GRE® General Test is a widely administered admissions test that measures the skills needed in today's graduate and business school programs worldwide. It contains three sections - Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. Three scores are reported: a Verbal Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, a Quantitative Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, and an Analytical Writing score on a 0 - 6 score scale in half-point increments. —
GMAT The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is a test intended to assess certain analytical, writing, quantitative, verbal, and reading skills in written English for use in admission to a graduate management program, such as an MBA. GMAT contains 4 sections - Analytical Writing Assessment, Integrated Reasoning, Quantitative and Verbal. The score has a range from 200 - 800. —
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5 (required)
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at desiganated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 80 (required)
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. —
Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor's or Highest Post-Baccalaureate degree earned
- Minimum Grade Point Average 2.75 on a 4.0 Scale for full admission
- Documentation of at least an initial teaching license (in the state the applicant resides), school service personnel license, or a school services certificate
- If applicants do not have a teaching certificate, they may document their teaching status by providing evidence of full-time teaching assignment from an individual in a supervisory capacity or from a human resources official of the school at their current employment
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6705 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 9500 USD for the full programme and a duration of 17 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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Visit official programme websiteGetting a Student Visa
This is an online programme. You can attend from the comfort of your chair! So you don't need a student visa!
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